School bus: what it sells for at government auction

The median school bus lot sold for $2,763 across 208 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,324 and $5,171.

Median sale
$2,763
Typical range
$1,324–$5,171
Completed lots
208

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Median sale price by month

2026-06
$2,633
2026-05
$1,333

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus school bus sell for at government auction?
Across 208 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median school bus sold for $2,763, with most closing between $1,324 and $5,171. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus school bus?
Government agencies sell surplus school bus through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live school bus listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?
These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

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Methodology: median final winning bid on school bus lots that closed on official United States government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.